Honda BF30DK3SHGC 30HP Outboard – 15in Shaft, Tiller

Give Honda BF30DK3SHGC a place on a short-transom inflatable, shallow-water skiff, or Jon boat when 30 HP and power tilt are required. Its 552 cc inline three-cylinder SOHC engine uses six valves and produces 30 HP for properly rated small boats. Honda BF30DK3SHGC is a portable 4-stroke outboard with three carburetors, accelerator-pump fuel delivery, electric starting, a tiller handle, and a 15-inch short shaft. Power Tilt lets the operator change engine position during launching, docking, shallow-water travel, and storage.

At approximately 159 lbs dry, this engine should be included in transom, battery, trailer, and total boat-balance calculations. The 5,500–6,300 RPM full-throttle range provides a reference for propeller setup, while the 2.09:1 gear ratio supports standard forward, neutral, and reverse operation. The 10-amp alternator supplies electrical output for supported fishing electronics, lighting, and small accessories. Confirm the boat’s horsepower rating, transom height, battery requirements, load capacity, and propeller selection before installation.

Key Features of Honda BF30DK3SHGC

- Fit the 15-inch short shaft to compatible inflatables, shallow-water skiffs, and Jon boats.
- 552 cc Engine — uses an inline three-cylinder SOHC 4-stroke configuration with six valves.
- 30 HP at the specified operating speed provides a defined option for approved small hulls.
- 159 lbs dry weight requires suitable transom capacity and careful boat-balance planning.
- Power Tilt adjusts engine position during launching, docking, shallow-water travel, and storage.
- Three Carburetors with Accelerator Pump manage fuel delivery within the supplied engine system.
- Electric Start and Tiller Handle keep operation direct on compatible small boats.
- 10-amp alternator provides electrical output for supported onboard equipment.

Why Choose the Honda BF30DK3SHGC

This configuration combines short-shaft fitment with electric starting and power tilt for small boats that still use tiller steering. It gives properly rated skiffs more output while keeping the control arrangement compact and accessible.

- 15-inch shaft suits compatible short transoms
- Power tilt reduces manual engine handling
- 30 HP supports approved shallow-water skiffs

Applications & Use Cases

Honda BF30DK3SHGC is intended for small inflatables, shallow-water skiffs, Jon boats, and similar vessels using a compatible 15-inch transom. It can support fishing, shoreline travel, utility work, and short recreational trips when the hull accepts the engine’s weight and horsepower.

- Small inflatables with short transoms
- Shallow-water Jon boats
- Fishing skiffs using tiller control

Warranty, Support & Maintenance

The supplied product information lists a 5-year non-declining standard warranty. Follow the applicable Honda owner’s manual for engine oil, gearcase lubricant, filters, spark plugs, cooling-system checks, battery care, carburetors, and Power Tilt service. Confirm fluid quantities, service intervals, warranty registration, and dealer support before purchase.